Adenocystic Carcinoma and Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of the Tracheobronchial Tree

Adenocystic carcinoma (cylindroma) and mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the tracheobronchial tree are relatively rare. Three additional cases are described. The malignancy, particularly of the former, is emphasized. One of the patients presented with a “normal” chest x-ray picture. Bronchoscopy is usually required for diagnosis and resection in the treatment of choice. Adenocystic carcinoma (cylindroma) and mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the tracheobronchial tree are relatively rare. Three additional cases are described. The malignancy, particularly of the former, is emphasized. One of the patients presented with a “normal” chest x-ray picture. Bronchoscopy is usually required for diagnosis and resection in the treatment of choice.